Instructor - 9 MONTH

University of Arkansas • Fayetteville, NC

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About The Position

This 9-month non-tenure track Instructor position involves teaching undergraduate students with a focus on early childhood education within the Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) program. This position will teach at least three courses per semester, including lab courses, and guide practicum students working with young children (ages birth through 5) at the Jean Tyson Child Development Study Center. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Requirements

• Master’s degree, with at least one degree in Human Development and Family Sciences, Early Childhood Education, or a related field, conferred by the start of employment
• Teaching experience at an institution of higher education
• At least three years of direct classroom or caregiving experience with young children ages birth through 5
• Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood licensing requirements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Teaching experience in early childhood education or HDFS-related courses, with an emphasis on infant/toddler development, child guidance, or family studies
• Experience supervising or mentoring practicum students in early childhood settings
• Familiarity with developmentally appropriate practice and current research in early learning, family engagement, and parenting
• Demonstrated knowledge of NAEYC standards and Arkansas Child Development Early Learning standards

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate students with a focus on early childhood education
• Teach at least three courses per semester, including lab courses
• Guide practicum students working with young children (ages birth through 5) at the Jean Tyson Child Development Study Center
• Create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others

Benefits

• university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
• tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• immediate leave accrual
• a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees